After the 15th such crime since March 20 – at an Amato’s on Wednesday night in Brunswick – police fear more confrontations between robbers and store employees could breed violence.
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Amato’s in Brunswick the latest business hit by robber
The incident reported late Wednesday night is the fourth robbery in southern Maine within 24 hours.
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Plan to build a new homeless shelter stalls in Brunswick
The town passes a moratorium until it can update zoning to address a planned shelter.
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Brunswick man sentenced to 2½ years in prison on federal firearms charge
Evan Lewis, 28, a convicted felon, tried to buy a gun from a Lewiston pawnshop, the U.S. attorney says.
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Decision to drop plan for summer train to Rockland disappoints city’s businesses
The trains were expected to run for three weekends, including during the Maine Lobster Festival and the Maine Boats, Homes & Harbors show in August.
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Fire causes extensive damage to house in Brunswick
The blaze broke out early Sunday afternoon on Mere Point Road.
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Historic Brunswick building to house new steakhouse
The restaurant, in a 19th-century building, will have two dining rooms, a bar and a grand ballroom for hosting events.
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Brunswick adopts resolution welcoming new residents
Critics of the resolution, however, say the move is a stepping stone toward making Brunswick a sanctuary city.
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New restaurant and bar in Brunswick will sell vintage glassware, too
Vessel and Vine will feature a wine and cocktail bar, a locally sourced menu, foodie classes and retail space for glassware and barware.
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Maine Technology Institute awards $10.5 million in grants
The money will be used by six companies to improve business operations and create new jobs.